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Less diverse history, more Bible stories in public schools get initial OK by Texas board
By Jaden Edison, The Texas Tribune at San Antonio Current (alt-weekly)
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
Texas students are inching closer to attending social studies and reading classes that minimize racial, geographic and cultural diversity while emphasizing the Bible. The majority-Republican State Board of Education on Thursday morning granted preliminary approval to a rewrite of Texas’ social s...
Key takeaway Texas students are inching closer to attending social studies and reading classes that minimize racial, geographic and cultural diversity while emphasizing the Bible.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The State Board of Education's preliminary approval of revised social studies lessons has significant implications for San Antonio 's public schools, where students from diverse racial, geographic, and cultural backgrounds are the norm. By minimizing diversity in the curriculum, the new lessons may not adequately reflect the experiences and perspectives of many San Antonio students. This could be particularly problematic in a city where Hispanic and Latino culture plays a prominent role. Furthermore, the emphasis on Bible stories in the revised curriculum may raise concerns about the separation of church and state in public education. As the revised lessons move forward, San Antonio parents and educators will be watching closely to see how these changes will be implemented and what impact they will have on the city's students. The city's school districts will need to navigate these changes while still providing a well-rounded education that prepares students for an increasingly diverse and complex world.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: San Antonio Current (alt-weekly) ·
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